What To Do Immediately After An Accident

1. Inform your family doctor of your injuries.

2. Call a lawyer for a free meeting so you may better understand your rights, obligations and options.

3. Report the accident to your insurance company and ask them to send you the accident benefits forms.

4. Fill out and send all accident benefits forms to your insurance company. Keep copies!

5. Do not speak to, or meet with insurance adjusters or claims investigators until you have spoken with a lawyer.

6. If placed off work, notify your employer or school.

7. If you are off work for more than two weeks, contact employment insurance to make a claim for EI sick benefits. Call Service Canada toll-free at 1-800-206-7218.

8. Take pictures of your injuries.

9. Take pictures of damage done to your vehicle and possibly other person's vehicles.

10. Record the names and contact information of your health care professionals.

11. Keep track of all your expenses and make copies of all receipts.

12. Family members should also record dates and times spent caring for the injured person.

13. Check for other insurance coverage (i.e. Through your work, school or private plans).

14. Follow the recommendations of your doctors and try to get into rehabilitation as soon as possible.